ISO 22716 and ISO 9001
Factory certified by Bureau Veritas: cosmetics good manufacturing practices and quality management.
Discover the factoryCosmetics manufacturer in Morocco, from formula to finished product
We formulate, manufacture and package your skincare to EU standards in our ISO 22716 certified factory near Agadir.
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What is a cosmetics manufacturer?
A cosmetics manufacturer is a company that formulates, produces and packages cosmetic products on behalf of brands, either as white label or custom formulas. It handles research and development, production, quality control and regulatory compliance, from the first idea to a finished product ready to sell.
Carmel Cosmetics Labs is a cosmetics manufacturer in Morocco, based in Aït Melloul, Greater Agadir (Souss-Massa region). Our factory, certified ISO 22716 and ISO 9001 by Bureau Veritas, produces face, body, hair, sun, baby and men's care for 500+ brands in 35+ countries. Our formulas meet EU standards: we prepare the Product Information File (PIF) and the safety assessment required by Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009.
Why choose Carmel as your cosmetics manufacturer
1,000+ formulas, 6 ranges
Face, body, hair, sun, baby and mom, men: start from a proven formula in our catalog.
Custom formulation
Our formulators create your exclusive formula in our formulation lab.
EU compliance
Product Information File and safety assessment under Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009.
A dedicated project manager
One point of contact follows your project from formula to shipping, with an accessible MOQ.
Export-ready
Shipping to 35+ countries, with a facility registered with the FDA (MoCRA) for the United States. See which Moroccan cosmetics the US imports most.
Manufacturer, contract manufacturer or white label: what is the difference?
All three terms describe ways to produce a cosmetics brand. Carmel Cosmetics Labs offers all three, depending on your project.
| Model | What the partner does | Best if you want | At Carmel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetics manufacturer | Develops, formulates, produces and packages the products, including regulatory compliance. | An exclusive formula and a single partner for your whole range. | Private label |
| Contract manufacturer | Produces to order on behalf of your brand: outsourced production. | To have a formula you already own produced. | Contract manufacturing |
| White label | Offers proven formulas, customized and produced under your name. | To launch a range quickly, starting from a catalog. | White label |
Our cosmetics manufacturing capabilities
Vacuum homogenizers, stainless-steel tanks and dedicated filling lines: one factory covers your entire range.
Formats
- Creams
- Serums
- Gels
- Lotions
- Oils
- Balms
- Powders
Packaging
- Bottles
- Jars
- Airless
- Soft tubes
- Sachets and single doses
How to work with our factory, in 4 steps
Brief and selection
You share your target customer, textures and budget. We suggest catalog formulas or a custom development.
Samples and approval
You test the samples; we adjust texture, fragrance and actives until you approve.
Compliance and packaging
Product Information File, labeling and choice of containers, with our regulatory and PIF service.
Production and shipping
Manufacturing, quality control of every batch and packaging, then delivery within Morocco or for export.
A certified cosmetics manufacturer working to EU standards
Certified, authorized and registered to sell in Morocco, the European Union and the United States.
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EU standards
Formulas compliant with Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, with a Product Information File and safety assessment. Learn more
FDA registered
Facility registered under MoCRA, for export to the United States.
AMMPS authorization
Authorized medical device manufacturer in Morocco. For cosmetics sold in Morocco, see the AMMPS registration steps.
GMPGood manufacturing practices
ONSSAHealth authorization in Morocco
USDA OrganicCertified organic formulas
EU organic labelOrganic cosmetics
Responsible CareHealth, safety, environment
ANRACCBD formulas
What we manufacture for your brand
- White labelCatalog formulas, customized under your name
- Private labelAn exclusive formula, co-developed with you
- FormulationFormula creation and optimization in our lab
- PackagingContainers, labels and boxes in your brand identity
- BulkYour formulas in large volumes, ready to fill
- Regulatory and PIFProduct Information File and safety assessment
Hotels, beauty salons, spas, hair salons: see our cosmetic products by industry.
A factory in Aït Melloul serving all of Morocco
Our lab and factory share a single site in Aït Melloul, Greater Agadir. We manufacture for brands in Casablanca, Marrakech, Rabat, Tangier and Agadir, as well as for brands in 35+ countries, including the European Union, France, Belgium and Luxembourg, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, the United States, Quebec and Canada, the GCC and West Africa.
Aït Melloul, Greater Agadir, Souss-Massa region, Morocco
Discover the factoryWe also manufacture our own brands
The same factory produces the group's three brands: the best proof of our standards as a manufacturer.
Sublime CosmeticsDermatological skincare
Lalla MamaHammam and spa
StallionEquine care
What brands that trust us with their manufacturing say
Having worked with many cosmetics subcontractors in the past, I must say I have rarely had partners this professional, passionate and attentive to the client.
What I particularly appreciate is that they take care of everything, from creating my brand to designing the packaging and delivering the products.
I received my order exactly on the agreed date, without the slightest delay, and the products arrived in excellent condition.
Reviews published on the Carmel Cosmetics Labs Google Business Profile.
FAQ about our work as a cosmetics manufacturer
Another question?Talk directly to our product specialist.Message us on WhatsApp
What is a cosmetics manufacturer?
A cosmetics manufacturer formulates, produces and packages cosmetic products on behalf of brands, either as white label or custom formulas. It manages research and development, production, quality control and regulatory compliance, from idea to finished product.
What is the difference between a cosmetics manufacturer and a contract manufacturer?
Both make your products. “Contract manufacturer” emphasizes production to order, meaning a formula is produced for your brand on an outsourced basis; “cosmetics manufacturer” is the generic term and often includes formulation. Carmel Cosmetics Labs offers both, as well as white label.
How do you choose a cosmetics manufacturer?
Check for ISO 22716 certification (good manufacturing practices), formulation expertise, compliance with Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 including the Product Information File, quantity terms, production lead time and the quality of support. Our guide to choosing a manufacturer covers each criterion in detail.
Why choose a cosmetics manufacturer in Morocco?
A cosmetics manufacturer in Morocco such as Carmel Cosmetics Labs produces to EU standards, close to Europe, and works with renowned Moroccan actives such as argan oil, prickly pear, rhassoul clay and black seed. Our factory in Aït Melloul, near Agadir, exports to 35+ countries.
Is Carmel Cosmetics Labs certified?
Yes. Our factory is certified ISO 22716 and ISO 9001 by Bureau Veritas. We hold the AMMPS medical device manufacturer authorization and the ONSSA health authorization in Morocco, and our facility is registered with the FDA (MoCRA) for export to the United States.
What is the production lead time?
The production lead time is defined with you in the quote. It depends on your starting point: a catalog formula is approved faster than a custom development.
What is the minimum order quantity?
Carmel Cosmetics Labs offers an accessible MOQ. Exact quantities are defined with you based on the product and packaging chosen, when you send your consultation request.
Can you develop an exclusive formula?
Yes. As a private label project, our formulators develop an exclusive formula for your brand in our formulation lab, then we manufacture it in our factory.
Can your products be sold in Europe and the United States?
Our formulas comply with EU standards: we prepare the Product Information File and the safety assessment required by Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009. For the United States, our facility is registered with the FDA (MoCRA). See our regulatory support. See our pages for brands from France, Belgium, Switzerland and Quebec.
Where is your factory?
Our lab and factory are in Aït Melloul, Greater Agadir (Souss-Massa region, Morocco). We manufacture for brands from all over Morocco, from Casablanca to Tangier, and from 35+ countries. Discover the factory.
Trust Carmel to manufacture your range
Talk to our product specialist: you receive a selection of formulas and a detailed quote, with no commitment.